Proverbs 16:21
The one who is wise in heart is called discerning 1 and sweetness of speech improves the ability to teach. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
In Context
Cross References
Psalms 45:2You are fairer than the children of mankind; 1 grace is poured onto your lips; 1 therefore we know that God has blessed you forever. 1
Proverbs 10:13Wisdom is found on the lips of a discerning person, 1 but a rod is for the back of the one who has no sense. 1
Proverbs 15:7The lips of wise people scatter knowledge about, 1 but not so the hearts of fools. 1
Proverbs 23:15My son, if your heart is wise, 1 then my heart also will be glad; 1
Ecclesiastes 12:10The Teacher sought to write using vivid, upright words of truth.
Luke 4:22Everyone there spoke well of him and they were amazed at the gracious words which were coming out of his mouth, and they asked, “Is this not the son of Joseph?”
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 16:21
Benefits of Wisdom. 20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord , happy is he. Note, 1. Prudence gains men respect and success: He that handles a matter wisely (that is master of his trade and makes it to appear he understands what he undertakes, that is considerate in his affairs, and, when he speaks or writes on any subject, does it pertinently) shall find good, shall come into good repute, and perhaps may make a good hand of it. 2. But it is piety only that will secure… Read the whole commentary →